The Hidden Sauce

Almost every modern rap vocal runs the same chain in the same order. Learn it once and every artist becomes a variation.

Almost every modern rap vocal runs the same chain in the same order. Learn it once and every artist becomes a variation.

Frank's vocals are intimate, raw and emotional - imperfection as a feature. Here's how to get that.

Frank's vocals are intimate, raw and emotional - imperfection as a feature. Here's how to get that.

Beyonce's vocals are powerful, controlled and glossy - huge but never harsh. Here's the reported chain.

Beyonce's vocals are powerful, controlled and glossy - huge but never harsh. Here's the reported chain.

MJ's vocals are punchy, present and full of life - the gold standard. Here's the reported classic chain.

MJ's vocals are punchy, present and full of life - the gold standard. Here's the reported classic chain.

The Weeknd's vocals are dark, breathy and atmospheric - retro but pristine. Here's how to get that.

The Weeknd's vocals are dark, breathy and atmospheric - retro but pristine. Here's how to get that.

Drake's vocals are clean, close and warm - present without sounding processed. Here's how to build that.

Drake's vocals are clean, close and warm - present without sounding processed. Here's how to build that.

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